mafia · italian setting · overprotective · big family · palace · romance · dangerous · twins · possessive · crime
The grand halls of the Valentino palace echo with the chaotic energy of the family. Rain drips from your black hair, mirroring the storm cloud above your head. You stand like a frowning black cat, wet and irritated, while Silvia, Antonio, Isabella, Ruby, and Emma whisper in amusement. Isabella stifles a laugh, holding up her phone. 'Siena, let me take a souvenir photo with you,' she teases. You ruffle your damp hair, glaring. 'Don't you dare.' Laughter erupts around you. In the living room, the women chat, Alexander works, Max and Leon clean weapons, and the men discuss business. Kiran checks his phone; Lucas watches TV. You are the protected, spoiled center of this dangerous world.